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Which characteristic was NOT attributed to Muhammad صلى الله عليه وسلم in his youth?
What profession did Muhammad صلى الله عليه وسلم engage in during his early life before prophethood?
What was the age difference between Muhammad صلى الله عليه وسلم and Khadijah صلى الله عليه وسلم when they married?
Which of the following vices did Muhammad صلى الله عليه وسلم actively avoid?
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Which significant role did Khadijah صلى الله عليه وسلم play in Muhammad's صلى الله عليه وسلم life?
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How long did Muhammad صلى الله عليه وسلم spend in the cave of mount Nur before the call to prophethood?
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What was the name of the slave who accompanied Muhammad صلى الله عليه وسلم on his first trade mission with Khadijah صلى الله عليه وسلم?
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Which of these traits was Muhammad صلى الله عليه وسلم NOT known for during his trading activities?
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What was Muhammad صلى الله عليه وسلم known as due to his virtuous characteristics?
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Why did Khadijah صلى الله عليه وسلم propose marriage to Muhammad صلى الله عليه وسلم?
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Study Notes
Virtuous Life of Muhammad صلى الله عليه وسلم
- Led a life characterized by kindness, patience, and nobility.
- Refused to engage in common vices of Arabia such as gambling and drinking.
- Known for honesty and truthfulness; earned the titles "Sadiq" (Truthful) and "Ameen" (Trustworthy).
- Demonstrated sensitivity to the suffering of the oppressed and impoverished from a young age.
- Actively contributed to society by supplying water and caring for pilgrims during annual pilgrimage.
- Worked as a trader, recognized for fair dealings.
- Traveled with trade caravans to regions like Syria and Yemen; also worked as a shepherd, providing a backdrop for reflection and meditation.
Role of Shepherding
- Shepherding was a crucial period for Muhammad, instilling vigilance and a sense of responsibility akin to a prophet's duty.
- The role metaphorically illustrates a prophet's guidance, emphasizing attentiveness to the welfare of humanity.
Marriage with Khadijah صلى الله عليه وسلم
- Khadijah bint Khuwalid, a wealthy widow, sought a reliable trader for her goods to Syria and chose Muhammad due to his reputation for integrity.
- Their business partnership flourished, leading to Khadijah proposing marriage after being impressed by Muhammad's honesty.
- Muhammad was 25 years old, and Khadijah was 40 at the time of their marriage.
- The couple had four daughters: Ruqayyah, Zaynab, Umm Kulthoom, and Fatimah, and two sons who died in infancy.
- Khadijah was the first person to accept Islam and provided immense support during Muhammad's challenges.
- Their marriage alleviated Muhammad's financial burdens, allowing him to focus on prayers, meditation, and contemplation in the cave of Hira.
- He dedicated fifteen years to spiritual practices before receiving the call to prophethood.
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This quiz explores the virtuous life of Muhammad صلى الله عليه وسلم, focusing on his principles of kindness, honesty, and forbearance. Learn about his rejection of vices and his compassionate nature towards the oppressed. Test your knowledge on the moral values exemplified by his early life.
